Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant

The successful candidate will be assisting in the dispensing of medication; gaining key skills assisting customers on the counter. If you are passionate about pursuing a career in the pharmacy sector, this role is a fantastic opportunity with great potential.

Main duties include:

Ordering, receiving and storing pharmaceutical stock Receiving prescriptions and ordering prescriptions Making up blister packs Dispensing once trained Labelling of prescriptions Liaising with customers over the phone and face to face Duping and disposing of medicines Managing stock levels, replenishing and cleaning sales areas. Receive incoming supplies, verify quantities against orders and inform supervisor of stock needs and shortages. Ensuring standards for quality, customer service and health and safety are met. To utilise specialist product knowledge when required. To maintain a clean and tidy working environment. To complete compulsory training as required. To carry out other duties which naturally fall within the reasonable expectations of the role.

Training:
Pharmacy Services Assistant Level 2 - https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/pharmacy-services-assistant-v1-0 Functional Skills if required

Please note that the apprenticeship standards require the apprentice to sit an End Point Assessment. Please refer to above link for more information.

Training Outcome:

Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
At Amber Pharmacy we care about the community we serve. We pride ourselves on well-trained and qualified pharmacists who are eager to give advice, treat and also dispense prescriptions.

Working Hours :
Full range of shifts between: Monday – Friday 8.30am – 6.30pm Occasional Saturday (9.00 am - 1.00 pm)

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Positive attitude